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Homemade Garlic Knots Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These homemade garlic knots are soft, buttery, and packed with garlic flavor, perfect as a snack or side dish. Made from scratch with simple ingredients and baked to golden perfection, they are brushed with a savory garlic butter and sprinkled with Italian seasoning and optionally Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Ideal for serving warm alongside marinara sauce for dipping.

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 1 and 1/3 cups (320ml) warm water (between 100–110°F, 38–43°C)
  • 2 and 1/4 teaspoons (7g) Platinum Yeast from Red Star instant yeast (1 standard packet)
  • 1 Tablespoon (13g) granulated sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons (45ml) olive oil or (43g) melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 and 1/2 cups (about 450g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled), plus more for hands and work surface

Topping Ingredients

  • 5 Tablespoons (71g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced; or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional after baking: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional after baking: 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast. Whisk the warm water, instant yeast, and granulated sugar together in a mixing bowl. Cover and let rest for 5 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Mix the dough. Add olive oil (or melted butter), salt, garlic powder, and half the flour to the yeast mixture. Beat for 15 seconds, then add the remaining flour. Continue mixing on low speed for 2 minutes until combined.
  3. Knead the dough. Using a dough hook on a stand mixer, knead for an additional 5 minutes until the dough is soft and elastic. Alternatively, knead by hand on a floured surface for 5 minutes. If sticky, sprinkle with flour gradually to maintain a slightly tacky texture. Perform the windowpane test to confirm proper kneading.
  4. First rise. Lightly grease a large bowl with oil, place the dough inside, turning it to coat all sides. Cover with foil, plastic wrap, or a towel. Let rise at room temperature for 1–2 hours until double in size. Optionally, place in a warm oven environment (150°F/66°C) to speed rising.
  5. Shape the knots. Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a 16×5 inch log on a floured surface. Cut into 16 strips about 1 inch wide, then roll each strip into an 8-inch rope and tie into a knot. Tuck ends underneath or leave exposed. Place knots onto 2 baking sheets lined with silicone mats or parchment paper.
  6. Second rise. Lightly cover the knots and rest for 30 to 45 minutes until slightly puffed.
  7. Preheat oven. Towards the end of the rise, preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
  8. Prepare garlic butter topping. Mix melted butter with minced garlic (or garlic powder), Italian seasoning, and salt. Brush the mixture over the shaped knots before baking. Reserve some for after baking.
  9. Bake the garlic knots. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–23 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
  10. Apply finishing touches. Remove the knots from the oven and brush immediately with the remaining garlic butter. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, if desired.
  11. Serve. Serve warm plain or with marinara sauce for dipping.
  12. Storage. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze baked knots for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature and reheat as needed.

Notes

  • Use warm water (100–110°F) to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • If you don’t have a stand mixer, you can mix and knead the dough by hand using a sturdy spoon and your hands.
  • To create a warm rising environment, use your oven warmed briefly to 150°F, then turned off with door slightly open; close it after 30 minutes to trap heat.
  • The garlic powder added to the dough enhances the garlic flavor inside the bread itself, distinct from the garlic butter topping.
  • Butter and olive oil can be used interchangeably, but butter gives a richer flavor.
  • You can tuck the ends of the knots under for a neater shape or leave them out for a rustic look.
  • Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley are optional toppings but add an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
  • Fresh garlic in the butter topping offers a more vibrant flavor compared to garlic powder.
  • The knots freeze well; just thaw and warm before serving.
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 23 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/homemade-garlic-knots-recipe/